HC Deb 16 December 1985 vol 89 c32W

Mr. Hickmet asked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will make a statement about progress on the Cyprus initiative of the Secretary General of the United Nations and on the prospects for the success of that initiative in the light of the breakdown of the Washington talks on 17 January 1985 and of the recent elections in Southern Cyprus.

Mr. Eggar

The Secretary-General of the United Nations continues to have our full support and confidence. He has pursued his initiative through talks with both sides in recent weeks. We understand he will continue this process following the elections in the Republic of Cyprus.